FINE ISLAMIC ART HAMMER AUCTION APRIL 2026 | Apr 21, 2026
Lot 30
A SASANIAN SILVER BOWL CIRCA 5TH-7TH CENTURY AD A SASANIAN SILVER BOWL CIRCA 5TH-7TH CENTURY AD A SASANIAN SILVER BOWL CIRCA 5TH-7TH CENTURY AD A SASANIAN SILVER BOWL CIRCA 5TH-7TH CENTURY AD A SASANIAN SILVER BOWL CIRCA 5TH-7TH CENTURY AD

Lot 30 A SASANIAN SILVER BOWL CIRCA 5TH-7TH CENTURY AD

Reference: ART3008302

A finely crafted Sasanian silver bowl dating to the 5th–7th century AD, decorated with repoussé animal motifs including a central horse and surrounding creatures. The surface is enriched with rhythmic wavy patterns and dotted medallions, reflecting the dynamic and symbolic style of late antique Persian metalwork.
Length. 23 cm.

Elliptical 'boat vessels' were a standard form of drinking vessel used at Sasanian banquets, where decorated gold or silver tableware testified to their owners' prestige. The ornamental foliage bearing fruit as well as animals shown on this bowl are typical motifs. While the birds may carry associations of hunting, a sport popular among the elite,

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